Primatene Mist
Warnings
What may interact with Primatene Mist?
Do not take this medication with any of the following:
-General anesthetics, such as isoflurane
This medication may also interact with the following:
-Antihistamines for allergy, cough, and cold
-Certain medications for blood pressure, heart disease, irregular heartbeat
-Certain medications for depression, anxiety, or mental health conditions
-Certain medications for Parkinson disease, such as entacapone
-Digoxin
-Diuretics
-Doxapram
-Ephedrine
-Ergot alkaloids, such as dihydroergotamine, ergonovine, ergotamine, methylergonovine
-Levothyroxine
-MAOIs, such as Marplan, Nardil, and Parnate
-Oxytocin
-Phenothiazines, such as chlorpromazine, prochlorperazine, thioridazine
-Phenylephrine
-Pseudoephedrine
-Steroid medications, such as prednisone or cortisone
-Stimulant medications for attention disorders, weight loss, or staying awake
-Theophylline
What should I tell my health care provider before I take Primatene Mist
They need to know if you have any of the following conditions:
-Diabetes
-Glaucoma
-Heart disease
-High blood pressure
-Parkinson disease
-Pheochromocytoma
-Prostate disease
-Seizures
-Thyroid disease
-An unusual or allergic reaction to epinephrine, other medications, foods, dyes, or preservatives
-Pregnant or trying to get pregnant
-Breast-feeding
What should I watch for while using Primatene Mist?
Visit your care team for regular checks on your progress. If your symptoms get worse or if you are using this medication more than normal, call your care team right away.
Do not treat yourself for coughs, colds, or allergies without asking your care team for advice. Some nonprescription medications can affect this one.
You and your care team should develop an Asthma Action Plan that is just for you. Be sure to know what to do if you are in the yellow (asthma is getting worse) or red (medical alert) zones.
Where should I keep my medicine?
Keep out of the reach of children and pets.
Store between 15 and 25 degrees C (59 and 77 degrees F). Keep inhaler away from extreme heat. Get rid of any unused medication after the expiration date.
To get rid of medications that are no longer needed or have expired:
-Take the medication to a medication take-back program. Check with your pharmacy or law enforcement to find a location.
-If you cannot return the medication, ask your pharmacist or care team how to get rid of this medication safely.
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